Scott County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 15,958.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $1,800, which is 65% higher than the Kentucky state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $264,200. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,800
+65% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$264,200
+76% vs State
+25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-6% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,931
$161/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,424
$119/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,800 +7.5% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $1,674 +9.9% | 0.70% |
| 2021 | $1,523 +5.6% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $1,442 +6.7% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $1,351 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,660
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Johnson County
Tax: $808/yr Rate: 0.64%
Trigg County
Tax: $1,065/yr Rate: 0.55%
Graves County
Tax: $929/yr Rate: 0.67%
Leslie County
Tax: $532/yr Rate: 0.72%
Wayne County
Tax: $703/yr Rate: 0.58%
Lewis County
Tax: $558/yr Rate: 0.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $1,800 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $264,200.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,931 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,424. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $83,660. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.